A justice who does not agree with a decision can file a ________ opinion that sets forth the reasons for his or her lack of agreement.
A) unanimous
B) plurality
C) concurring
D) dissenting

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A dissenting opinion is written when a justice disagrees with the majority opinion of the court. It sets forth the reasons for the disagreement and can be cited in future cases as persuasive authority.

A Justice Who Does Not Agree with a Decision Can